Dag

[Delwin D Fandrich]

Roger Jolly wrote:

> Greetings All,
>                Have you tried substituting common paraffin wax in lieu of
> the messy dag. NOT FOR BUTT LEATHER OR KNUCKLES> Many applications like
> grand action return springs and trap work bushing it does a better job. One
> trick we use for trap work and peddle bushings is to heat and drip the wax
> into the bushings, since we started using this method a few years ago,
> recalls on pedal sqeaks have dropped to zero. When rebushing damper lift
> hanger do not glue the new bushing in place, just melt the wax into the
> bushing rough size with an awl and reinstall, you will be suprised how
> smooth and quiet the action will become. Same treatment for grand pedals
> and pedal rods. The wax takes years to dry or wear out.
> Get rid of your recalls,
> Roger Jolly
> University of Saskatchewan
> Dept. of Music.

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Once again, might I suggest VJ-2. (Or, perhaps, VJ-T.) That's VJ-Lube with Teflon powder. As much as it takes to make it the
consistency you want. It's not terribly messy and lasts forever.

-- ddf